I was hired recently by a couple who were interested in redecorating their living and dining rooms. The clients showed me images of a home of a south Florida friend who owns a local shop specializing in vintage and re-purposed products imported from Asia and the Far East. They specifically requested that we purchase at least one statement piece to incorporate into their new space. Because nothing currently in the room was staying, I decided to use this statement piece to kick-off my design plan so the wife and I went shopping. We selected a long, somewhat rustic, cabinet to anchor the main wall in the living room. We also found a mirror made out of an old window frame that we felt would bring just the right touch to the dining room.
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| Before & After |
When we started, the room felt small with nothing to draw attention to the high ceilings and architectural columns in the room. The clients had already decided to replace the tile floor with a wood floor which added warmth to the space. With our inspiration pieces selected, I put a design plan together. The color palette was inspired by the blue and green tones in the newly purchased pieces and I added orange to incorporate the warm tones the clients favored. We emphasized the height of the room by removing a ceiling fan and the outdated dining room chandelier and replacing them with two different but complimentary gold-toned chandeliers. We also hung tall drapes to draw attention to the windows, add height, and a big hit of beautiful color. Most of the walls are painted a nice neutral gray/beige to let the vibrant colors really stand-out. We added one accent wall in a lovely shade of pale green. My clients were hesitant at first about the color but they trusted my vision and I love the way the cream colored sideboard and blue painted mirror look against this color. Emerald green lamps and accent pillows bring the green into the living room and emphasize the green in our cabinet.
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| Before & After |
One of the most stunning touches in the room came when we added the coral upholstered dining chairs. Our clients love the bright pop of color and added fun that these chairs bring to the space.
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| Design Concept & Final Result |
From design concept to final product, these clients encouraged me to give them a timeless look that also reflected their desire to have unique and one-of-a-kind elements. I couldn't be happier with the results. When we started, the wife said when it was her turn to host her book club, she didn't want to invite people to her home and she wanted to change that. I hope now she will look forward to her turn to host and show off her beautiful rooms.
its marvalous
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